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Fees & Finance

Depending on your age and which level course you are studying, you may have to pay tuition or registration fees before you are able to enrol on your course.

Further Education

Aged 16–18

You won’t need to pay any tuition or registration fees. There may be costs for equipment for your course, if so you will be advised of this at interview.

Aged 19 and over

If you are between 19 and 23 and are studying for your first Level 2 or 3 course then your fees are waived. If you are studying for an eligible Level 3 or 4 course you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. Otherwise tuition and exam fees may be payable – concessions are available for those on means tested benefits.

Higher Education

You may be eligible for a loan to cover your course fee and living expenses. See gov.uk/student-finance for more details.

Financial help

If you are unable to pay any of the fees you may be eligible to receive financial assistance from the Government Bursary Fund.

You may also be eligible also claim financial assistance towards childcare, travel, trips, equipment and materials, fees and exam costs. For more information call our Welfare team on 01256 306484.